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Pictured above: Fishing pier in old Southport, NC

 

This newsletter will be sent out on Tuesday instead of Wednesday next week because of Thanksgiving. 

 

Are you living (or planning on) an unusual retirement lifestyle?  We are gathering material for an article and/or book about creative, different, and fulfilling lifestyles in retirement. If you know of an interesting retirement, your own or someone else's, please contact us. Or better yet, post in the "Best Retirement  Lifestyles" Forum Post.

 

The thing about Santa Barbara is that, after you get one good look at it, why would you want to live anywhere else? It's beautiful and the climate is pleasant; has great shopping, architecture, and beaches; even a history.  There's only one drawback - it's so nice that real estate is out of this world. Still, if you have the money...

The Pew Center for the States has put out an alarming report about the fiscal health of many of our states.  It highlights 10 states, including California, that face serious problems with declining revenues, high debt, and seemingly intractable problems. Before you retire to one of these (or remain in one) you might want to see what you are up against.

States Up Against It

 

It was named best small city in America by Money Magazine. If you like biking, check out 143 miles of bike lanes. Plus, the Rockies await your outdoor exploits. It's easy to see why Fort Collins is such a popular retirement destination.